Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 11, 2026

Carl H Gregory Therapy (“we,” “our,” or “this practice”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of visitors, clients, and individuals who interact with this website. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, and disclosed through the use of this website and related services.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Website Owner

This website is operated by:

Carl H. Gregory, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License #162990
Carl H Gregory Therapy
Website: carlhgregorytherapy.com.

Information Collected Through This Website

Information may be collected when you:

• Visit the website

• Submit a contact or consultation form

• Subscribe to updates, newsletters, or communications

• Interact with embedded media or third-party content

• Use website features or analytics tools

Information collected may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• General inquiry information

• IP address

• Browser and device information

• Website usage and interaction data

Please do not submit sensitive clinical, medical, legal, emergency, or confidential information through general website contact forms.

Contact Forms and Communication

Information submitted through website forms is used for communication, scheduling inquiries, consultation requests, and related administrative purposes.

Submission of a form through this website does not establish a therapeutic relationship, clinical engagement, forensic evaluation agreement, or provider-client relationship.

Electronic communication through general website forms may not be fully secure. Clients and prospective clients should avoid transmitting highly sensitive or urgent information through website contact forms.

Client Portal and Protected Health Information

This website may provide links to third-party client portal systems, including Sessions Health, for secure communication, intake documentation, scheduling, telehealth, billing, and protected health information management.

Protected health information (“PHI”) submitted through secure portal systems is governed separately by applicable HIPAA privacy and security standards, professional ethical obligations, and informed consent documentation.

The general website itself is not intended for the transmission of protected health information.

Telehealth Services

Telehealth services are offered only where clinically and legally appropriate. Clients are responsible for being physically located in a jurisdiction where services may legally be provided at the time of appointment.

Additional telehealth-related privacy, consent, and security information may be addressed separately in clinical documentation and informed consent materials.

Mobile SMS Messaging Privacy Policy

Information collected:

We may collect information, such as name, phone number, and email address.

Use of information collected:

We may use the information we collect to perform the services requested, including billing, customer service, appointment reminders, and other administrative requests.

Sharing of information collected:

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. This includes text messaging opt-in data and consent.

As a current or prospective customer, you understand that you can text us STOP at any time to opt out of receiving SMS text messages from us. You can text us HELP at any time to receive help.

You understand that the messaging frequency may vary. Messaging & data rates may apply.

All policies are followed as per CTIA guidelines 5.2.1. At any time if you want your information to be removed, you can contact us via our email address or regular mail."

"Messaging Terms & Conditions:

You agree to receive informational messages (appointment reminders, account notifications, etc.) from [Carl H Gregory Therapy. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. For help, reply HELP or email us at contact@carlhgregorytherapy.com. You can optout at any time by replying STOP."

Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve website performance, understand visitor interaction, and enhance user experience.

This may include the use of:

• Google Analytics

• Website performance and traffic analytics

• Embedded media tools

• Functional website cookies

Cookies may collect information such as browser type, pages visited, time spent on the website, referral sources, and general geographic information.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website functionality may be affected.

Embedded Media and Third-Party Services

This website may include embedded or linked third-party content, including but not limited to:

• Podcast platforms

• YouTube videos

• Spotify players

• Substack content

• Social media platforms

• Scheduling or communication tools

These third-party services may independently collect data, use cookies, or track user interactions in accordance with their own privacy policies and practices.

Carl H. Gregory Therapy is not responsible for the privacy practices or policies of third-party services or websites.

Email Communications and Marketing

If you voluntarily subscribe to newsletters, updates, podcast notifications, or similar communications, your contact information may be used to provide related updates or communications.

You may unsubscribe from non-clinical email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in the communication or by contacting the practice directly.

Email communications used for marketing or informational purposes are separate from clinical communication and should not be used for emergencies or urgent mental health concerns.

Use of Information

Information collected through this website may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Provide the requested information

• Communicate regarding services

• Improve website functionality and performance

• Maintain website security

• Comply with legal, ethical, and professional obligations

• Manage administrative operations

Information collected through this website is not sold to third parties.

Confidentiality and Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and security measures are used to help protect information collected through this website. However, no website, electronic communication method, or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Users assume some inherent risk when transmitting information electronically.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional privacy rights under applicable California law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”), where applicable.

California residents may request information regarding certain categories of personal information collected and request correction or deletion of personal information, subject to applicable legal, ethical, and professional limitations.

Certain health information maintained as protected health information under HIPAA may be exempt from portions of CCPA/CPRA requirements.

Minors

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. Children should not knowingly submit information through this website without appropriate parental or legal guardian involvement.

Retention of Information

Information may be retained for administrative, legal, security, professional, or operational purposes as reasonably necessary and in accordance with applicable law and professional obligations.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically without prior notice. Updated versions will be posted on this website with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after updates are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:

Carl H Gregory Therapy
contact@carlhgregorytherapy.com
carlhgregorytherapy.com